Khatgaon - Nawapur, Nandurbar
Khatgaon is a village situated in the Nawapur tehsil of Nandurbar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nawapur and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Nandurbar. Khatgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khatgaon is 525900. The village covers a total geographical area of 604 hectares and falls under the 425426 pincode. Nawapur is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Khatgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nawapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nandurbar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khatgaon
As per Census 2011, Khatgaon village has a total population of 1,454 people, consisting of 715 males and 739 females. The village has 273 households and a sex ratio of 1,033 females per 1,000 males. There are 195 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 706 literate and 748 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,431 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khatgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,454 | 715 | 739 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 195 | 105 | 90 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,431 | 701 | 730 |
| Literate Population | 706 | 399 | 307 |
| Illiterate Population | 748 | 316 | 432 |
Nearby Villages of Khatgaon
Khatgaon is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Khatgaon
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Khatgaon. Khatgaon has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nawapur to Khatgaon is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nandurbar to Khatgaon is about 34 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khatgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khatgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Khatgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khatgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khatgaon
Where is Khatgaon located?
Khatgaon village is located in Nawapur Tehsil, Nandurbar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khatgaon?
Khatgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khatgaon?
The pincode of Khatgaon is 425426.
What is the population of Khatgaon?
Khatgaon has a total population of 1,454, including 715 males and 739 females.
How many households are there in Khatgaon?
There are 273 households in Khatgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Khatgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khatgaon is 48.56%. Male literacy is 55.80% and female literacy is 41.54%.